Pediatric Endocrinologist

JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Pediatric Endocrinology
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Spokane, WA
• Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
• Coverage Period: ASAP – Mar 31, 2027
• Shift Schedule: Mon – Fri, 8a – 5p
• 1-2 weeks/month or 7-14 shifts
• On-Call Shift Schedule: Nights & Weekends during assigned week (24-hour beeper call)
• Call Type: Beeper
• Call Ratio: 1:4
• Call Response Time: 20 minutes
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered by Agency

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: 100% Pediatric
• Average Daily Volume: 8-10
• % of Practice: 90% OP, 10% IP
• Rounding: Minimal
• Phone Consults: Yes
• Case Mix: Pediatric endocrine disorders (diabetes, growth, thyroid, etc.)

FACILITY INFORMATION

• Trauma Level: II
• Lab & Xray onsite
• No. of Exam Rooms: 6
• No. of Beds: 145; 18 ICU
• EMR System: Epic
• Physicians in Practice: 3
• Support Staff: 1 PA, RNs, MAs, Office Staffs

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: BC required
• Licenses: Active WA license or IMLC
• DEA: DEA required
• References

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient and inpatient pediatric endocrinology coverage during assigned weekly block
• Conduct new patient evaluations (1‑hour appointments) and follow‑up visits (30 minutes)
• Manage pediatric diabetic patients with dedicated appointment times
• Provide 24‑hour beeper call coverage, including minimal weekend rounding as needed
• Collaborate with clinic staff and one PA/NP to ensure continuity of care